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US ARMY AIRBORNE PARATROOPER WEAPONS DROP BAG
This is a US Army Airborne weapons drop bag. Used by parachutists to secure their rifles while jumping.
The heavy canvis construction with padding inside to keep the rifle from getting damaged when executing
the jump.
This design was invented during WWII. paratrooper forces at that time discovered that the landing from
the jump could be very damaging to their weapons. The WwII Drop bag was very similar in construction but
was of a different color.
A large, yellow arrow has been painted on the bag to indicate the location of the top.
Straps and buckles are employed to make sure the bag is closed firmly. they also
provide carrying points.
The markings on the bag are stamped with black ink. A technique typical of US military
equipment marking. The information provided is very helpful to a collector because
it reveals the manufacturing date, manufacturer's name, etc.
PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The following is an estimated value. It may vary in every state and every country.
The year in which the estimated value was made is noted
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and collectibles.
| Value (2007) | $50.00 |
| Availability (2007) | Medium |
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